Local Positioning: Windward Ave.

Local Positioning: Windward Ave.

by Michelle Lanz

March 5, 2008

Local Positioning: Windward Ave.
Yeah, Venice Beach can be hell ride of a tourist trap. But if you travel far enough south and turn slightly off the boardwalk, there is a trove of (somewhat) hidden treasures for your cash-spending pleasure. On the historic Windward Ave., you can gorge on Chinese food, shop for vintage duds, down a stronger-than-heck margarita and get that dragon tattoo you’ve always wanted, all in a one-block radius. And you can thank us later.
Danny's Deli

Danny's Deli

23 Windward Ave., Venice
310-399-8420

Your traditional Jewish deli with a Venice touch, Danny’s displays original works by Venetian artists like Dennis Hopper and Robert Graham. From the owners of James Beach and Canal Club.

Townhouse Cocktails

Townhouse Cocktails

52 Windward Ave., Venice
310-392-4040

This place has so much history, you wouldn't believe it. Established in 1915, it used to house a speakeasy during Prohibition. Have a drink and toast to the Venice of yesterday.

Animal House Vintage

Animal House Vintage

66 Windward Ave., Venice
310-392-5411

A mix of clothing, old and new, at reasonable prices. If you’re lucky you might be able to grab one of Jeff Ho’s handmade Zephyr skate T-shirts.

Hama Sushi

Hama Sushi

213 Windward Ave., Venice
310-396-8783

Inside, Hama looks like a run-of-the-mill sushi bar, but it’s the back patio that really puts this place on our map. A giant sake bar rules the patio and a movie screen regularly shows surf movies. How SoCal is that?

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